The
Quality of a Father-Child Relationship Effects Intimate Relationships in Adulthood
Recent research at the University
of Haifa School of Social Work revealed a connection
between father-child relationship and the ability to achieve interrelation
intimacy in adulthood. The findings noted barriers that limited the ability
to develop intimate relationships with their partners among those whose thoughts
of an absent father caused a marked rise in negative emotions and distancing.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/the_quality_of.php
Sexualization of Girls is Linked to Common Mental Health Problems
in Girls and Women
A report of the American
Psychological Association (APA) found evidence that the proliferation of sexualized
images of girls and young women in advertising, merchandising, and media is
harmful to girls' self-image and healthy development.
To complete the report,
the APA Task Force on the Sexualization of Girls
studied published research on the content and effects of virtually every form
of media, including television, music videos, music lyrics, magazines, movies,
video games and the Internet.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/sexualization_o.php
Study
Looks at Mental and Physical Health of Caregivers
Having positive cultural
beliefs about caring for elders and strong religious beliefs can ward off
depression and other mental health difficulties for female caregivers of spouses
and parents with dementia, but sustained elevated levels of the stress hormone,
cortisol, puts these women at risk for physical
health problems, according to a study published in the American Journal of
Geriatric Psychology.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/case_western_re.php
**Civic Engagement
Over
$1 Million Awarded to Visionary Leaders in Criminal Justice
A lawyer working to unite
children in foster care with their incarcerated parents and an investigative
journalist exposing how justice is dispensed in Guantanamo Bay are among this year's Open Society
Institute Soros Justice Fellows. The 18 outstanding
scholars, advocates, reporters and attorneys will receive a 12-18 month stipend
to implement creative projects to assist communities that are marginalized
by criminal justice policies.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/over_1_million.php
**Community Development
Living
in Densely Populated Areas Linked to Lower Body Mass
New York City dwellers who reside in densely populated,
pedestrian-friendly areas have significantly lower body mass index levels
compared to other New Yorkers, according to a new study by the Mailman School
of Public Health. The authors discovered that three characteristics of the
city environment --- living in areas with mixed residential and commercial
uses, living near bus and subway stops and living in population-dense areas
--- were inversely associated with BMI levels.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/living_in_dense.php
**Education
Education
Secretary Leads Discussion with Business and Higher Education Leaders in NYC
The U.S. Secretary of Education
Margaret Spellings today met with business and higher education leaders in
New York City to discuss America's higher education system and the business
community's role in preparing our students to compete in the 21st Century
global economy, as well the importance of reauthorizing the No Child Left
Behind Act (NCLB) in order to better prepare students for college and the
workforce. To help make the dream of college education a reality for many
more students, last fall the Education Department released a plan to increase
access, affordability, and accountability.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/us_secretary_of_2.php
Tips
for Parents on Building Math, Science Skills for the Global Economy
The U.S. Secretary of Education,
in a live appearance, will spotlight what parents can do to help their children
develop the strong math and science skills necessary for global competitiveness
during the February edition of the U.S. Department of Education's TV show,
"Education News Parents Can Use." Video features will follow the
secretary's appearance highlighting keys to success at Main Elementary School in Rome, Ga., and Lincoln Elementary School in Mount Vernon, N.Y - 2006 NCLB Blue Ribbon Schools
of Excellence.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/secretary_spell_24.php
**Health
Health
Professionals Would Prioritize Spending on the Young over the Old
In prioritizing health care
spending, health professionals rank childhood immunization highest and cancer
treatment for smokers lowest, according to a new international survey published
in PLoS Medicine. The survey found that health
professionals generally prioritize spending on the young over the old and
on preventive care over curative care
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/health_professi.php
Doctors
Test Effort that Helps People Understand Health Risk Information
In a study published in
the Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers have tested whether a primer,
which the researchers also wrote, helped people better understand information
about health risks and interventions meant to reduce those risks. The authors
tested two parallel, randomized groups of people, one involving about 200
patients with low socioeconomic status (50 percent had a high school degree
or less formal education) and the other with about 300 patients with high
socioeconomic status (80 percent had at least a college degree).
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/doctors_test_ef.php
Updated
Guidelines Advise Focusing on Women's Lifetime Heart Risk
Health care professionals
should focus on women's lifetime heart disease risk, not just short-term risk,
according to updated American Heart Association guidelines. The 2007 Guidelines
for Preventing Cardiovascular Disease in Women -- published today in a special
women's health issue of Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association
-- also include new directions for using aspirin, hormone therapy and vitamin
and mineral supplements in heart disease and stroke prevention in women.
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/updated_guideli.php
**Substance Abuse
Support
For Individuals and Families Seeking Help to Recover from Addiction
HBO, A Safe Haven and the
Illinois Association of Extended Care is hosting
a "Living in Recovery" forum and special preview of the new HBO
documentary "Addiction." Following the screening, a panel of community
advocates, leaders and experts will explore the issues raised in the program,
including the obstacles to long-term recovery, such as the barriers individuals
face getting access to recovery support services (housing, employment initiatives
and adequate insurance or voucher systems).
http://webclipper.handsnet.org/mt-static/archives/2007/02/community_leade.php
